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Iran Significantly Increases Executions of Political Prisoners Amid US-Iran Tensions
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First reported by Now 14 · 6 hours ago
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Iran has sharply increased executions of political prisoners in 2024, with at least 47 executed so far amid escalating US-Iran tensions. The US has launched new strikes on Iranian military targets, and President Trump vowed to continue attacks until he deems them sufficient.
- 01Iran executed at least 47 political prisoners in 2024, up from 16 last year.
- 02Iran Human Rights warns the regime exploits US-Iran conflict to intensify repression.
- 03US Central Command launched new strikes on Iranian military targets in the Strait of Hormuz.
- 04President Trump vowed to continue military strikes on Iran until he decides to stop.
- 05White House rhetoric has softened, reducing public support for Iranian dissidents.
- 06Human rights groups report increased death sentences for protesters and regime opponents.
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